Hospice Volunteer and Organization Manager VISTA

Hospice Volunteers of Somerset County seeks a caring and compassionate individual to support its volunteer, community education and outreach programs that provide quality end-of-life care services.

We are 35 years strong! HVOSC was formed in 1989 and has continued to support clients throughout the years. The mission of Hospice Volunteers of Somerset County (HVOSC) is to provide support and compassion for those we serve. Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. The state of Maine requires all Hospice Volunteers to engage in a robust training program that includes in-person, on-line, work outside the classroom and a background check. We work closely with families to identify specific needs, such as transportation to treatment clinic or medical appointments, meal preparation, respite for the caregiver, pet care and more. While most hospice clients receive services in his/her home, some clients are visited in nursing homes. Once a family has lost a loved one, HVOSC can also provide bereavement and grief support services, such as mailings, phone calls, support groups and memorial events. All of our services are provided at no charge to the residents of Somerset County. Our volunteers graciously donate their time and talents to provide care and comfort for those in need. The average income in Maine is $63,182 and 11% live in poverty. The average income in Somerset County is $47,488 and the rate of poverty is 18%, higher than the state poverty rate. In Somerset County, 31.4 % of senior citizens live alone and experience barriers to health care services, reliable transportation and food insecurity (www.mainechna.org). The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Director and Volunteer Coordinator to expand and enhance and expand our volunteer program, community education and outreach. At a time when the safety net may be weakening for some as they experience a life limiting illness, we are proud to be able to be able to offer help and support for our friends and neighbors at a difficult time in their life. HVOSC Web Site – hvosc.org

Hospice Volunteers of Somerset County (HVOSC) is a non-profit organization seeking a caring and compassionate individual to support its volunteer, community education, and outreach programs that provide quality end-of-life care services for people with a life limiting illness. The VISTA member will help strengthen the capacity of HVOSC by developing and maintaining systems and resources for volunteer, community education, and outreach programs. The member will support volunteer recruitment, actively engage with volunteers, update educational and community resources and build and maintain databases. The member will help design and implement strategies that will strengthen existing programs and ultimately help HVOSC become more efficient, effective and sustainable. The member will also help us explore building a continuum of care model that includes both Palliative and Hospice Care Services.

Benefits

• Bi-Weekly Living Allowance of $957.46/Biweekly
• Relocation Allowance of $750 plus $.40 per mile (for those moving more than 50 miles)
• Health Benefits
• Childcare Reimbursement if Eligible
• Student Loan Forbearance for eligible federal loans (interest paid by AmeriCorps)
• SNAP Eligibility (depending on financial situation)
• Training and Professional Development
• Life Navigator (on-staff licensed counselor for members)
• Choice of Segal AmeriCorps Education Award ($7,395) or an end-of-term bonus ($1,800) upon term completion
• Non-Competitive Eligibility for federal employment for one-year post-term
• Gas gift cards to offset cost of commuting and travel reimbursements for HVOSC Work.
• Assistance to partner with local small businesses for outside part time employment.

*Individuals are limited to two full Segal AmeriCorps Education Awards in their lifetime

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